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Pumpkin Cauliflower Gratin

This Pumpkin Cauliflower Gratin is the perfect cozy meal for fall! This recipe would also be ideal for any holiday table!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbs Butter
  • 1/2 White Onion sliced
  • 2 Tbs All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 Tbs Olive Oil
  • 1 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk or Milk
  • 1 Cup Pumpkin Purée
  • 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Paprika
  • Pinch of Nutmeg
  • 2 Cups Shredded Gruyère or Swiss Cheese
  • 1 Small Head of Cauliflower cut into florets
  • Olive Oil fried Sage if desired

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Prep your cauliflower by cutting it into small, bite-sized florets.
  • Bring a large cast-iron or oven safe skillet to medium-low heat.
  • Melt the butter in the pan, then add in the sliced white onion and sauté until onions are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Then, add in the olive oil and all-purpose flour (use gluten-free AP flour if desired), and stir until everything is evenly mixed. Sauté for another 2 minutes, or until the flour and oil form a paste.
  • Then, add in the almond milk and stir. Once the almond milk is bubbling, add in the pumpkin purée, salt, and spices, and stir until evenly mixed.
  • Then, slowly add in the gruyère cheese one small handful at a time, stirring constantly.
  • Once all the cheese is melted and there is a smooth "sauce" in the skillet, add in the cauliflower florets and mix until everything is evenly coated.
  • Bake the pumpkin gratin in the oven for 25-30 minutes. If desired after baking, broil the gratin for 2-3 minutes for extra browning.
  • Serve the pumpkin gratin with fried sage, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

  • Try to use freshly shredded cheese for this recipe if you can. Some packaged pre-shredded cheeses have a powder on them to prevent caking, which can make the gratin kind of grainy.
  • Don't skip the flour or the subsequent sautéing. The flour helps keep the sauce from breaking.
Keyword cauliflower, pumpkin